Aaron White Manatee County EMS talks about how his son was born on 9/11. And distractions between birth and events on that day.

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Training Officer Bob Mikulski East Manatee Fire Dept recognizes Firefighters who have passed away and Braian Reed who died in the line of Duty.

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Manatee County Fire Dept Color Guard

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Doves released in the name of passed Firefighters.

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Manatee County Emergency Services present Wreath.

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Standing room only.

Manatee County, FL - Seventeen years have passed since the day our country changed forever, and it was one year ago that the 9/11 memorial could not be held until October because of Hurricane Irma. This year on September 11th, under clear skies, the event was held and packed to capacity as speakers recalled their memories from that fateful day. As the Mayor of Bradenton put it, as long as he is alive this day will never be forgotten in his town. Many dignitaries echoed the same thoughts. The Manatee County Fire Chiefs, along with many other partners, put together a tribute to all Emergency Services which was very humbling.